AYA SALAHALDEEN
Toledo,OH
Summary
Experienced professional with a background in academic instruction and content creation supporting student growth. Skilled physician dedicated to diagnosing and treating various health concerns, prioritizing effective communication with patients. Known for establishing strong rapport through active listening and ensuring clear understanding of medical information. Collaborative team member valuing input from colleagues to optimize outcomes and enhance patient satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor of General Internal Medicine
The University Of Toledo
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated a supportive learning environment for students and residents by setting clear expectations, offering constructive feedback, and promoting open communication between learners and faculty.
- Encouraged critical thinking by fostering a culture of curiosity, open-mindedness, and intellectual exploration in clinical and academic settings.
- Assessed student and resident performance through comprehensive evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and delivering targeted feedback to support professional growth.
- Promoted adherence to clinical best practices by staying current with medical advancements through continuing education and professional development.
- Ensured high-quality care delivery by conducting regular rounds, reviewing complex cases, and adjusting care plans based on ongoing assessments.
- Built long-term relationships with patients and families in the primary care setting, fostering trust, continuity, and patient-centered care.
- Diagnosed and managed a broad spectrum of acute and chronic conditions, applying evidence-based practices to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive, individualized treatment plans that addressed diverse patient needs.
Associate Program Director of IM Residency Program
The University of Toledo
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted program director in designing, monitoring and revising Primary Care track curriculum and resident recruitment
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify program needs, developing tailored solutions that addressed unique challenges.
Internal Medicine Resident
University of Toledo Internal Medicine Residency
07.2021 - 06.2024
Clinical observer, clinical extern, medical assistant and medical scribe
Alawad Medical Center
12.2016 - 05.2021
General Practitioner, primary care provider
Palestinian Ministry of Health
12.2013 - 10.2016
Intern
Palestinian Medical Complex
01.2013 - 07.2013
Intern
Al Makassed Hospital
08.2012 - 12.2012
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Team leadership qualities
- Teaching and mentoring
- Adaptable Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Continuous professional development
- Patient-centered care
- Medical documentation proficiency
Academic Awards - Medical School
Dean's honor list award, 2008/2009
Residency Program Awards
- 2022, Basil Akpunonu Award for Ambulatory Medicine
- 2023, Basil Akpunonu Award for Ambulatory Medicine
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing Arabic poems
- Cooking
- Baking
- Sewing traditional Middle Eastern cross stitch embroidery
Medical Education
M.D. Al-Quds University Faculty of Medicine, Palestine 09/06-06/12
Timeline
Assistant Professor of General Internal Medicine
The University Of Toledo
07.2024 - Current
Associate Program Director of IM Residency Program
The University of Toledo
07.2024 - Current
Internal Medicine Resident
University of Toledo Internal Medicine Residency
07.2021 - 06.2024
Clinical observer, clinical extern, medical assistant and medical scribe
Alawad Medical Center
12.2016 - 05.2021
General Practitioner, primary care provider
Palestinian Ministry of Health
12.2013 - 10.2016
Intern
Palestinian Medical Complex
01.2013 - 07.2013
Intern
Al Makassed Hospital
08.2012 - 12.2012
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